I opted out of Part B. I don’t pay Part B premiums. I’m self-pay for outpatient procedures. I could use the VA though if I have too. Some outpatient procedures aren’t cheap. There are often self-pay discounts however. Trying to figure out which way to go isn’t easy. What are Part B deductibles, how much will premiums rise, and what procedures might I need in coming years,...
A hip-replacement operation was $55,000, medical and hospital, about 8 years ago. Probably more now. (NYC)